Monteverde Sky Tram & Hanging Bridges Cloud Forest Tour from San Jose
Description
Explore the lush Cloud Forests of Monteverde on this Full-Day trip from San Jose. Take a ride on the Sky Tram Gondola and get the best views of the Monteverde Mountains and jungles. Hike on the Sky Walk Suspension Bridges and observe the Cloud Forest’s flora and fauna from the top. Walk on the Sky Park Trails and learn about the interesting Cloud Forest Eco-system. Make multiple stops on the way to Monteverde to observe monkeys, learn about tropical fruits of Costa Rica and to take pictures of beautiful landscapes.
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Itinerary
Discover the amazing Cloud Forest of Costa Rica on this Sky Tram and Hanging Bridges tour from San Jose. You will be picked up from your San Jose area hotel in the morning in an air-conditioned vehicle and will travel towards the Central Pacific Region of the country. Enjoy great views of the Costa Rican landscape on this scenic drive, you will get beautiful views of the Pacific coastline, volcanic mountain ranges, farms, forests, and many local towns. On the way to Monteverde, stop in the town of Orotina at the largest fruit stand of the country, where you will learn about the big variety of tropical fruits of the rainforest.
Later on, stop at a place where we normally observe lots of playful white-faced capuchin monkeys in their natural habitat.
Continue your trip by making a couple stops to take pictures of the beautiful Nicoya Gulf and the impressive mountains of Monteverde, the views are spectacular on clear days.
Savor a delicious Costa Rican lunch after arriving at Monteverde and prepare to ride on the Sky Tram. Cross over the canopy of the Cloud Forest on a gondola ride and learn different aspects of this rare and fragile ecosystem with your expert guide. Then, proceed to hike on the trails and hanging bridges of Sky Walk, from where you will get the best perspective of the Cloud Forest from the top while walking on the bridges and from the ground while walking on the trails. This is a guided hike in which you will learn many interesting aspects of the flora and fauna found in this place, such as monkeys, coatimundis, toucans, the rare Three-wattled Bellbird and the amazing Resplendent Quetzal, the most beautiful bird of Costa Rica. At the end of the Sky Walk hike, you will be taken back to your hotel in San Jose (drop off is also available in the centrally located Monteverde hotels upon request).
Highlights
What's included
Pickup Locations & Times
Drop off at Monteverde-Santa Elena centrally located hotels are available. If you wish to take this option, you must let us know at the time of booking.
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Important Information
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Minimum age to participate is 5 years
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- May be operated by a multi-lingual guide
- Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if required
- Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
- The total tour duration includes the travel time and lunch
- Drop off at Monteverde-Santa Elena centrally located hotels are available
- Not recommended for participants with knee problems or other walking problems
Reviews(271)
This was an amazing experience that stands out as one of our favorites in Costa Rica. The forest was lush, misty, and magical. The view of the forest from above the clouds was peaceful and felt spiritual. It was truly awe-inspiring. One of the things that made this trip so special was our guide, Steven (Stephen?). He was exceptionally knowledgeable and genuinely proud to share this part of Costa Rica. Because my phone is older and the camera not so great, he took high-quality photos and video clips using his own phone and then shared them with us. If you have the chance, you should definitely request Steven as your guide when you book. I don't think you will be disappointed.
Punctuality, excellent landscapes, the guide allowed to make stops in different places to see landscapes and take pictures, excellent explanations and friendliness at all times
¡Gracias por tu excelente reseña del tour del Teleférico y Puentes Colgantes del Bosque Nuboso de Monteverde desde San José! Nos alegra saber que disfrutaste de esta aventura en el bosque nuboso de Costa Rica, del servicio puntual y de los impresionantes paisajes de Monteverde. Nos complace saber que tu guía te brindó excelentes explicaciones y un servicio amable, permitiéndote además tiempo para detenerte y tomar fotos de los hermosos paisajes de Costa Rica. Este tour es la manera perfecta de experimentar los principales atractivos turísticos de Costa Rica, incluyendo el Teleférico y los puentes colgantes. ¡Esperamos poder ayudarte en tu próximo viaje a Costa Rica!
It was a great experience! Fernando expanded our knowledge of Costa Rica and kept us entertained during the whole journey. Riding the sky tram and walking on the hanging bridges seeing the tree tops feels very refreshing. A lot of greenery out there. They also opened a new glass bridge recently, so you will see everything under your feet.
ivanak585 Thank you for your wonderful review of the Monteverde Sky Tram & Hanging Bridges Cloud Forest Tour from San Jose! We are delighted to hear that you enjoyed this Costa Rica cloud forest adventure and experienced the beauty of Monteverde’s lush greenery and unique ecosystems. Fernando will be very happy to know that he helped expand your knowledge of Costa Rica while keeping the journey fun and engaging. It’s great that you enjoyed the Sky Tram, hanging bridges, and the new glass bridge with its incredible views—this is truly one of the highlights of Costa Rica tourism. We are excited to support your upcoming journey to Costa Rica!
The trip was perfect, the guide spectacular, always attentive to resolve doubts and open to transmit all his knowledge of Costa Rica. Comfortable and fast transportation, delicious lunch. I would repeat it without hesitation.
133diegoalejandrom ¡Gracias por tu maravillosa reseña del tour en teleférico y puentes colgantes por el bosque nuboso de Monteverde desde San José! Nos alegra saber que disfrutaste de esta aventura en el bosque nuboso de Costa Rica y que tuviste una experiencia inolvidable explorando la increíble biodiversidad de Monteverde. Nos complace saber que el conocimiento y la atención del guía te ayudaron a aprender más sobre Costa Rica, y que el transporte te resultó cómodo y el almuerzo delicioso. Este tour por Monteverde es uno de los puntos fuertes del turismo en Costa Rica, ya que ofrece vistas impresionantes y experiencias únicas en la naturaleza. ¡Esperamos poder ayudarte en tu próximo viaje a Costa Rica!
Great trip. Our driver Brian and guide Steven were fantastic. Friendly, welcoming and knowledgeable. The tour itself is well organised with the highlight being the Cloud Forest and Hanging Bridges. Lunch was very good. Would recommend this tour. It’s a long day, but well worth it.
Peter_A Thank you for your great review of our Monteverde Sky Tram & Hanging Bridges Cloud Forest Tour from San Jose! We are happy to hear you enjoyed a well-organized Costa Rica adventure in the Monteverde Cloud Forest and that Brian and Steven provided friendly, knowledgeable, and welcoming service throughout the journey. It is great to know you also enjoyed the hanging bridges, Sky Tram experience, and delicious lunch. We appreciate your recommendation of our Costa Rica tours from San Jose. We are happy to assist you on your next Costa Rican vacation!
Steven and Bryan were awesome! Great time, stops and conversations. Cloud forest tram and bridges were nice. Very nice van and transportation
William_M Thank you for your great review of our Monteverde Sky Tram & Hanging Bridges Cloud Forest Tour from San Jose! We are happy to hear you enjoyed an amazing Costa Rica adventure in the Monteverde Cloud Forest and that Steven and Bryan made the experience even better with great service, stops, and conversations. It is wonderful to know you also enjoyed the Sky Tram, hanging bridges, and comfortable transportation throughout the journey. We appreciate your recommendation of our Costa Rica tours from San Jose. We are happy to assist you on your next Costa Rican vacation!
We had a great tour with Alex as our knowledgeable guide/driver! We enjoyed the stops along the way (cute monkeys were an highlight) and had a great time exploring the hanging bridges. It was a wonderful way to experience Monteverde from San Jose without the hassle of renting a car and driving on the narrow curving roads. Alex also made a few stops just to enjoy the scenic views so that we could take photos!
Thank you very much for your wonderful review of our Monteverde Sky Tram & Hanging Bridges Cloud Forest Tour from San Jose! We are delighted to hear that you had a great experience exploring the stunning Monteverde cloud forest with Alex as your knowledgeable guide and driver. It is fantastic that you enjoyed the scenic stops along the way, the playful monkeys, and especially the incredible hanging bridges, which are one of the best ways to experience Costa Rica’s cloud forest biodiversity and natural beauty. We are also very happy to know that Alex made the journey even more enjoyable by stopping at scenic viewpoints so you could capture memorable photos. Our goal is always to provide stress-free Costa Rica tours from San Jose, allowing guests to enjoy destinations like Monteverde without the challenges of driving on winding mountain roads. We are glad this made your experience more comfortable and enjoyable. We are happy to assist you on your next Costa Rican vacation!
It was a long drive with 3 to 4stops .We left 540 and reached park at 1230. Steve, our guide took time to do quick stops at private small coffee farm, gold extraction shop, mini monkey house , small town and cute highway restaurant . He is Very knowledgeable about anything regarding CR. He was thoughtful and helpful.and checked on us . We did the tram and bridge walk and done at 330. Back to SJ hotel at 730 pm.
Thank you very much for sharing your experience on our Monteverde Sky Tram & Hanging Bridges Cloud Forest Tour from San Jose! We are delighted to know that you enjoyed your full-day adventure through the breathtaking cloud forests of Costa Rica. Although the journey to Monteverde is long, we are happy to hear that Steve made the experience enjoyable with interesting stops along the way, including local coffee farms, cultural attractions, scenic towns, and authentic Costa Rican experiences. These unique stops are a wonderful way for travelers to discover the rich culture, nature, and history that make Costa Rica such a special destination. Steve will truly appreciate your kind comments about his knowledge, thoughtfulness, and dedication to providing excellent customer service. Our goal is always to create unforgettable Costa Rica tours filled with beautiful landscapes, wildlife, adventure, and meaningful local experiences. We are also glad that you enjoyed the Sky Tram and Hanging Bridges, two of the top eco-tourism attractions in Monteverde, offering spectacular cloud forest views and opportunities to experience Costa Rica’s incredible biodiversity. We are excited to support your upcoming journey to Costa Rica!
Amazing experience! Alex Blanco was a fantastic tour guide! He was super patient, incredibly helpful, and very funny. He gave us great recommendations for places to eat and snacks to try, along with helpful tips throughout the excursion, including how to properly feed the monkeys. He really made the experience enjoyable and stressfree. I would definitely recommend him as your tour guide for any excursions you do!
Thank you so much for your amazing review! We’re thrilled to hear that the Monteverde Sky Tram & Hanging Bridges Cloud Forest Tour from San Jose was such a fantastic experience for you. It’s wonderful that Alex Blanco made the day enjoyable, stress-free, and full of fun. His patience, helpfulness, and humor are exactly what make Costa Rica tours feel special and memorable. We’re also glad he shared great local recommendations and tips, and that you enjoyed the cloud forest, hanging bridges, and Sky Tram. Thank you for recommending Alex as a tour guide. We truly appreciate your feedback and hope to welcome you back soon for more unforgettable Costa Rica nature and adventure tours.
Alex was a wonderful guide! Very informative and full of fun and adventure! A must book if you are visiting Costa Rica soon
Thank you so much for your fantastic review! We’re delighted to hear that the Monteverde Sky Tram & Hanging Bridges Cloud Forest Tour from San Jose was such a fun and memorable experience for you. It’s wonderful that Alex was a wonderful guide, sharing informative insights and adding a sense of fun and adventure to the day. Monteverde is one of Costa Rica’s top destinations for nature tourism, and this tour is a must-book for anyone wanting to explore the cloud forest, walk the hanging bridges, and enjoy breathtaking views from the Sky Tram. Thank you for the recommendation. We hope to welcome you back soon for more Costa Rica nature and adventure tours!
